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POTUS Back in LA for Fundraisers October 7th and 8th

There should be plenty of opportunities to monitor the local CHP, police, fire and military frequencies during some “special events” this weekend. President Barack Obama will be back in Los Angeles on Sunday, October 7th and Monday, October 8th. The … Continue reading

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Ford Police Interceptor Utility is CHP’s Next Cruiser

With the legendary Ford Crown Victoria-based Police Interceptor no longer in production, it’s no surprise that the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has been searching for an all-new vehicle to replenish its fleet. What is surprising is the vehicle the CHP … Continue reading

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CHP Guardian Units

Security outside the Hancock Park home where Obama was holding a fundraiser Monday evening. It takes a few CHP motors (Guardian Units) to secure the motorcade when the Prez is in town. Credit: Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times

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CHP Mobile Command Center Communicates Every Which Way But Smoke Signal

There’s a lot that can go wrong on California’s 15,181 miles of highway. When major catastrophes strike and an immediate, large-scale, coordinated response from multiple agencies is needed, the California Highway Patrol calls on its fleet of Incident Command Vehicles—the … Continue reading

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CHP Reported Using 700 MHz Extenders in OC

In an email posted on the OrangeCountyScan Yahoo Group today, it was reported that the CHP is now using a 700 MHz extender frequency in Orange County. The vehicle repeater is on 769.4375 NAC DB2. The poster, calif4nian, also reported … Continue reading

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